I just tried quinoa for the first time last year. I don’t know why I was scared of it. So I just avoided it. But last year, I had the opportunity to try it at a luncheon. I loved it! It has such a nice nutty flavor. The flavor was completely unexpected, but I really… Continue reading Quinoa Arugula Salad with Beets, Peaches & Walnuts Tossed in a Pinot Noir Vinaigrette
Category: Dinner Parties
Deconstructed Pasta Salad with Lemon Chardonnay Vinaigrette
I love this salad because: 1. I think it looks beautiful and 2. It is so yummy and full of farmer’s market fresh ingredients. This is the type of salad that is to surely please your guests. A deconstructed pasta salad is great because you can use any ingredients, but I chose these specific ingredients… Continue reading Deconstructed Pasta Salad with Lemon Chardonnay Vinaigrette
Zucchini & Squash Goat Cheese Pizza
Pizza is a staple in my house. It is one of our favorite meals. Bread and cheese and toppings. It may be the most perfect food. I recently threw a Farm-to-Table potluck and I wanted to use some beautiful squash and zucchini that I recently found at a farmers market. This recipe is crazy easy… Continue reading Zucchini & Squash Goat Cheese Pizza
Green Chile Broccoli Mac & Cheese
Some might say it’s a little sad… but I really do love mac & cheese. I used to be all about the boxed stuff, but within the last few years, I’ve really taken to finding some delicious and creative recipes that take mac & cheese to a whole ‘nother level. Just to give you an… Continue reading Green Chile Broccoli Mac & Cheese